Zayn pov

Leaving the apartment was difficult. Harry was looking very beautiful and enticing in his signature skinny jeans and all Cade and I wanted to do was to rip it off him. The way his hips

swayed in it too. Shit.

Getting drunk of alcohol was probably not going to happen tonight but I was already drunk of him that's for sure.

'Imagine when we can finally mark and mate him' Cade hummed in the back of my mind.

I felt the space in my pants lessen by the second as Cade send some very explicit images through our mind.

'Cade stop. We've barely left the apartment.' I groaned.

'Maybe we shouldn't have left the apartment at all.' Cade spoke as he send a picture through my brain of harry naked in front of us. I faltered in my step and almost stumbled.

"Zayn are you ok?" Harry spoke up.

"U-uh y-yeah. Sorry, I wasn't paying attention." I tried to cover up the mess in my mind.

'Fuck off Cade, or I'm not letting you shift tonight to sleep in his bed.' He shut up really quickly.

"Here we are!" Harry exclaimed as we stood in front of a bar.

We entered swiftly. Harry had noticed his friends right away and skipped towards them, excited to see them

tonight. I made my way over too and we greeted each other. It was weird to meet Fred, since I technically already had as Cade, but everything went fine. Jasper and I also pretended to meet each other.

When harry told Robin about my new job she gave me a pat on the head, which was... weird. As an Alpha, not a

lot of things scare you. But that chick is crazy, and it terrifies me.

As soon as the introductions were out of the way, the alcohol came. We all got some regular drinks and Robin

ordered a round of shots. I frowned when I saw her give me two shots.

"So mister, how well can you hold your alcohol?" she asked with a mischievous glint in her eyes.

I could see Jasper and Fred roll their eyes and harry gave me an 'I told you so' look. I grinned, "I've been told I hold it surprisingly well."

Robin scoffed, making Cade grumble, "Why don't we see big boy." She said, looking at the two shots in front of

me.

"Bring it lady." I told her as I downed both. The alcohol burned. Man it had been some time since I felt it.

Noah and I used to have drinking competitions. I always won of course, but we did end up super drunk, which is rare for a werewolf. I tried not to let the burning feeling show as I placed the empty shot glassed back on the table. Robin's eyes glinted with excitement, but she tried to play it off by shrugging.

Jasper was holding back a smile. I raised an eyebrow at him and he smirked, "She's done the same thing with me. She won't stop till you're gone."

I smirked back, "She's gonna have a big storm coming then."

The time at the bar went by quickly. We talked a lot and Robin kept the shots coming. After the fourth shot I told her it was unfair that I was the only one taking double shots, and since then she's been drinking along with me.

Harry had sent me a stern look but Robin had it coming for her. Robin was now drunk of her ass while I didn't even start to feel the effects of the alcohol.

I made easy conversation with Jasper. Besides the fact that we couldn't talk about werewolf stuff, we hit it off

pretty well. The only problem I really had with everything was the inability to touch my mate. I guess harry was right when he said I had become more touchy. When he didn't know about us being mates yet it was fine to control the urge. It would have been weird and creepy so I wouldn't

try to get too close to him.

Now that he has basically accepted the fact that we're mates and he responds positively to my touch, it's become very difficult to restrain myself. Not to mention that Cade is constantly pushing for attention. It's good that we have a job now. That way we can work off some of the tension and emotions I've been feeling.

After an hour or two we decided to head to the club. When harry stood up he stumbled slightly but we

managed to catch him. Great. I've been so focused on the shots robin and I have been taking that I forgot about the amount of alcohol our mate has had.

"You ok?" I asked him.

He gave me a lazy smirk, "Yup!"

I gulped, "How much have you had to drink?"

He looked like he thought it over for a bit before shrugging, "Not as much as you have."

That wasn't really what I wanted him to say. I pushed down my worry. I'm with him this time. I can protect him in case anything goes wrong.

The club was loud and bright. I didn't like it at all. While harry and the girls got rid of their coats, Jasper and I found a booth.

Jasper ordered some drinks too. "You still in for this game with Robin?" he asked with a grin.

I shrugged, "She can keep trying."

Jasper chuckled, "Poor woman."

"She's the one that challenged me." I spoke.

They found us and joined us in the booth. I froze slightly when harry sat right next to me and pushed himself closer. Fred gave us a weird look and Robin smirked. Jasper just shrugged.

"Harry?" I asked, hoping it would take him out of his trance. Clearly the alcohol and the mate bond have been

at work.

He looked up at me and gave me a smirk, "What?"

I lowered myself to his ear, "You're sitting suspiciously close to me, love."

Harry shrugged and grabbed his drink. I then decided to let it slide too. I've been wanting to have my mate close all this time I'm not going to let this opportunity slide by.

After they finished their drink they went off to dance. Jasper and I stayed behind for a bit.

"So, have you told him?" Jasper asked.

I nodded, "I couldn't keep it in any longer."

"I see he's taking it well." Jasper continued.

I smiled, "He's perfect. He's been so incredibly accepting and loving. I know all this is daunting for him. I

mean compared to human relationships mates are insane. But he always tries to see things from our perspective, and he's been asking more and more questions. I couldn't be happier."

"That's awesome. I hope Fred will react ok." Jasper said.

"When are you planning on telling her?" I asked.

"I'm not sure yet. Fred is pretty closed off. Our relationship has been slow. Not that I mind, as long as I can spend time with her I'm good. But I'm afraid she'll freak out if I start talking about how fast and intense the mating process is. Not to mention that she doesn't even know about werewolves yet." Jasper said with a sigh.

"She'll get there. If she freaks out you can always call harry. He's willing to help out in any way he can." I told

him.

"He's a true Luna." Jasper spoke and I couldn't help but puff up with pride.

"That he is," I sighed, "I wish he had a pack to be a Luna of though."

"What happened to your pack was tragic. I remember when it happened. It was such a surprise to see a pack go

down like that. Alpha Thomas went out to search for survivors but we couldn't find anyone. It's a miracle you're here really." Jasper explained.

"I was travelling to find my mate. For a long time I cursed the fact that I wasn't there when it happened." I glanced at harry, who was laughing and dancing with his friends, "Now I can see that the Moon Goddess needed me for greater things."

Jasper just nodded. We were both surprised when a waitress walked up to us with some shots, "A lady named

Robin ordered these for you." She spoke as she placed four shots in front of me.

I rolled my eyes and looked over to the dancefloor. Robin was eyeing me with a smirk and she gestured for me to drink them. I sighed and took the shots. All four of them.

"Jesus dude, keep going like that and you'll actually start feeling them." Jasper said with a chuckle.

"Nothing I can't handle." I spoke, "My beta and I used to do drinking games. To the point where both of us were

completely wasted. This is nothing compared to that."

Jasper gave me an impressed look, "Damn. I don't think our alpha has ever done anything like that."

I shrugged, "We were young and stupid. Wanted to test out limits. It also happened before I became Alpha."

"Well, be prepared to test your limits tonight as well. Robin is gonna keep em coming." Jasper said with a

laugh.

I smirked, "Challenge accepted. How far did she get you?" I asked.

Jasper laughed again, "She got me drunk. But I wasn't actually taking her challenge like you have."

"What can I say, an Alpha never refuses a challenge." I spoke.

Jasper chuckled, "Speaking of Alpha's. I was wondering if I could tell our Alpha about you. I haven't so far but I

know it would cheer him up knowing you're alive."

I nodded, "Sure, go ahead. I was wondering something too. Can I come to your pack sometime? To talk to Ray? It's been a long time. Besides, I also kind of miss packs. Would be nice to see one again."

"Sure! I can set up a meeting. Just give me your number I'll text you when our Alpha is available." Jasper said as

he got out his phone.

Once I enter my number two more shots are placed in front of me. I roll my eyes and look at Robin, who is once again grinning at me. I glance at harry who is giggling as he's noticing the situation. I sigh and take the shots.

Once I place the glasses down I see Robin coming over.

"How are you holding up big boy?" she asks in a slur.

I grin, "I'm doing just fine." I tell her, my voice perfectly clear.

Robin huffs, "Jeesh, how much does it take to get you under."

I smirk but stiffen when I feel harry slip in next to me.

He gives me a smirk as he starts pulling me out of the booth, "Dance with me?" he asks sweetly. Fucking hell, how will I control myself.

Jasper suddenly laughs, "I have a feeling that no amount of alcohol can put him under, but maybe someone can."

Robin looked at Jasper in confusion before looking at us and smirking, "I see." She says in a mischievous tone.

I shrug and let harry pull me away from the booth towards the dancefloor. When he starts swinging his hips from side to side I feel like I might just faint. Jasper isn't wrong. This boy could bring me to my knees in seconds. I grab onto his waist and try to keep up. Harry smiles and places his hands behind my back, pulling himself closer. Fuck. I want him so bad.

'Then take him' Cade speaks up.

I groan mentally, 'You know we can't Cade. Besides, all of his friends are watching.'

'So? You've had, what? Like 20 shots at this point? He's intoxicated too. Don't you think two people would like to get

closer at that point.' Cade says and I must say the temptation is rising.

'Jasper already knows and it's not like you're going to hide this forever. Eventually we will come out with the fact that we're together. Why not show them that we're already attracted now?' He continues.

I lose track of the conversation when I feel harry come even closer. He reaches up to my ear, "What are you

thinking about?" His breath fanning my ear spreads tingles all over my

body.

"I'm debating whether or not we should give up on this facade and just kiss." I told him truthfully.

Harry smirked, "What would you prefer Alpha?"

All my control breaks as he uses the title. Within seconds my lips are on he's, and he kisses me back

immediately. I groan as the tingles spread through my body and I tighten my grip on him. Harry cocks his head

to the side so we can deepen the kiss, and I tease him by trailing my tongue over her lips. He opens up and I gladly

move in further.

Our tongues clash together and I slowly move my hands to his lower back. When we break the kiss we're both panting, but I haven't had

enough of him. I start peppering kisses down his neck and latch onto his sweet spot, where he will one day bare my mark. The thought of that alone makes me hard, and I groan as I nibble on his skin. Our mate let's out a moan, bringing me even deeper into this hole that I've dug myself into. I wasn't wrong when I said I was drunk on him. He means everything to me. He is my heart and soul. My moon and my stars. I would do anything for him.

Harry places his head next to my ear, "What are they saying?" he asks.

I'm completely lost in him, and thus confused at what he means. "Who?"

"Fred and stuff." He giggles. Oh right. Those people exist.

I try to rip my focus away from harry for a small while. With much difficulty I manage to listen in on their conversation.

"They are so fucking tonight." Robin speaks up.

"Robin shut up. Not everyone fucks after one drunk night." Fred defends us.

Robin laughs, "Says the one who has been in a stable relationship for months now."

I grinned into harry's neck, Fred and Jasper hadn't completed the mating process. Both were still very much

virgins.

"Just let them have some fun. They seem like they like each other." Jasper speaks up.

I tune out of the conversation again and focus on my beautiful mate once more. I place a gentle kiss just

underneath his ear, making him shiver before whispering,

"They're currently discussing whether or not we'll be having sex tonight."

Harry busts out laughing, "Typical Robin."

I smile and pull away from him so I can see his emerald green eyes. They shine with glee as he looks at me. We

dance for a little longer until the song changes. I notice that my mate is starting to become tired so I guide him back to the booth. Robin is already waiting for me with two more shots. She really doesn't give up does she?

That kiss just know probably burned off more alcohol that i will drink for the rest of the night. I shrug and take the shots before sitting down and pulling my mate next to me. He excitedly grabs a drink on the table and takes a sip.

"Well, that was certainly something." Robin spoke with a grin.

I had expected my mate to blush but instead he giggles and snuggles closer to me. He responds different when

alcohol comes into the picture.

Jasper leans over and speaks in a volume he knows only I will be able to hear, "I thought you were gonna mark him right then and there."

I leaned back, "It was tempting. But not until he's ready." Jasper nods and leans away again, placing an arm around his own mate.

It's funny how in one evening we managed to hit it off so well. I guess we're in similar positions, the both of us having human mates.

After forcing me to drink like 10 more shots, Robin seems to give up and heads to the dancefloor to 'catch her man for tonight'. She did manage to get me though, as I have started to feel a slight buzz. It's enough for me to be able to hide it, but it's there.

"I can't believe a single man can handle so much alcohol. Did you cheat?" Fred asks.

I glance at Jasper before responding, "I'm just that good at holding my alcohol." I say with a grin as I take another sip of my regular drink. It's vodka mixed with some sort of pop, but I can't really be bothered to figure out which one.

I hear the breathing in my mate change and I look down at him. He has his eyes closed. He must have fallen asleep. I gently nudge him, "harry?"

His eyes flutter before he looks at me, giving me a lazy smirk as he does. "Sorry, I'm tired." He mumbles.

"Want to go home?" I ask and he nods his head softly.

I chug my drink, which I immediately realize is a bad idea. Robin convinced the bartender to mix the drink 50/50 if

she paid double, and I can definitely taste that 50% vodka.

We say goodbye to Jasper and Fred and leave. Harry leans on me as we walk home, so I decide to pick him up and carry him instead. He yelps as I pick him up, before giggling, "My knight in shining armor."

I chuckle, "Whatever you want me to be I shall be." I tell him.

As we reach home I can really start to feel that last drink, and I start fumbling with the keys. Harry frowns at me before he seems to have a lightbulb moment. "Is my big,

bad Alpha feeling the alcohol?" he asks sweetly.

I give him a lazy smirk, "I'm fine."

"You didn't deny it." He points out.

"Never said I was." I counter.

Harry lets out a giggle, "I'm so telling Robin tomorrow."

I finally manage to get the door open, "I'd rather have you not tell her."

"Why not?" Harry asks as I gently push her inside before following.

"Because an Alpha doesn't like to admit defeat." I mumbled as I take off his coat for him.

Harry softly grabs my cheeks, "It won't change my opinion of you."

"I'm glad it won't. But it will hurt my pride. Cade probably isn't happy about it either." I told him.

"Has he told you?" Harry asks as he walks over to the bathroom. I follow behind.

"No, Cade always hides away whenever I drink." I state.

'I don't hide! You just get really annoying!' Cade speaks up making me laugh out loud.

"Just kidding, he just told me he finds me annoying when i drink." I tell him.

Harry laughs too, "Poor Cady."

I chuckle at the nickname as Cade grumbles in the back of my mind. I decide to put on some sweatpants. I handed harry his Pajamas before heading into the bedroom to change. Last time he came out just wearing panties and I don't know if I have enough restraint to hold myself back this time.

I leave my pants on the floor as I manage to slip on sweatpants. My plan to go to the living room is thwarted when I see a picture on his night stand. It's a picture of him and his sister, both smiling. I have never paid much attention to his bedroom. Usually I'm in wolf form when

we're in here. Damn, his sister and him do look exactly alike.

I feel someone trail his hand across my back and I let out a moan as the sparks explode. Within seconds I have him under me on the bed as I kiss him senselessly. He moans and grabs my neck to pull me closer but I know I have to stop now or else I won't be able to. I regrettably pull away and look at our mate. He looks perfect, laying underneath me with his hair spread across the mattress. What I wouldn't give to take him right now.

Harry looks at me in question and I shake my head, "We can't harry. If I don't stop myself now I'll lose control." I tell him.

Harry blinks a few times before nodding. I slide off him to head to the couch but he stops me by grabbing my arm,

"Stay." He whispers, and I fight my hardest not to mark him right there.

"Harry we're both intoxicated." I try to tell him.

"I don't care. We won't do anything. Just sleep in the same bed. I do it with Cade all the time." he explains.

I guess he has a point. I nod and head over to the other side of the bed before climbing into bed with him. I have a very short thought on holding myself back but quickly realize that I don't really care before pulling him close to me. He lays with his back to me and I embrace him, entangling our legs together and placing my arms around his waist.

I feel him readjust so he's comfortable too before he lets out a deep sigh, "Did you have fun?" he asks in a whisper.

I kiss his temple, "Yes, thank you for taking me with you."

"Anytime, goodnight zayn and Cady." He says the same words he told me the first time he went out clubbing

without me.

"Goodnight harry" I tell him, and then I add the words that should have felt crazy at this point in our relationship, but i know are 100% true, "I love you."

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